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Simmer Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Oz Museum

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The Simmer Motel, minutes from the Oz Museum and Oz Winery, is a practical base for exploration. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, on-site laundry, and a playground for kids. Luggage storage ensures hassle-free arrival and departure.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Double Queen Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

King Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard King | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Queen Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Double Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
1215 West US Highway 24, Wamego, KS, 66547

What's nearby

  • Oz Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Columbian Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wamego Health Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wamego City Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Oz Winery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Manhattan, KS (MHK-Manhattan Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Willie's Hideout - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪4th & Elm Bar and Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Friendship House - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Simmer Motel

Motel near Oz Museum
Located close to Oz Winery, Simmer Motel provides a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 2.5 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Simmer Motel Wamego
Simmer Motel
Simmer Wamego
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Simmer Motel Motel Wamego

Frequently asked questions

Is Simmer Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Simmer Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Simmer Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Simmer Motel located?

Situated in Wamego, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Oz Museum and Oz Winery. Kansas State University and Prairie Fire Winery Tasting Room are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Simmer Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 247 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sumiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel were very kind and helpful. And the breakfast was very good and the male staff was working hard to keep the area clean:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

BOB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bed was great. Staff was great. Other than that not much was even adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst motel Ive ever stayed in. It is so run down. The place is dirty, furniture is banged up, some stuff works, other doesn't. Only reason I remained there was I didn't see any bugs (which was amazing honestly).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price and location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s character…. Remodeled
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Reagan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked expecting a mural painted room and a kitschy Oz experience based on pictures and reviews. WE DID NOT get a room that was suitable or as pictured. Our room was in the far corner of a VERY DARK parking area with people sitting outside their rooms on the ground and within the parking lot. We are fans of small town American motel experiences BUT this is straight out of a movie where you don't come out with all your body parts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was really great and hospitable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Falsely advertised

Hotel is nothing like shown. There is no pool or playground. They rooms are no long wizard of oz themed. You have to check in at a hotel across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time and the staff was so helpful we ever need anything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dalan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed was so comfortable and the shower had great pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Eugene

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property needs an overhaul. The couches were dirty. The shower had some hair in the drain and on the shower walls. There wasn't any cleaning service. We were disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and comfortable bed, and loved the area around the property. Calming environment.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The management was very helpful and accommodating. A vey enjoyable small motel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service
Good for the price, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are very pleased with Simmer Motel. It is a very good choice for a low budget motel. I look forward to when the remodel is done. The staff was super! We will stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, comfortable and clean. The process of receiving the room number and code to enter the room was really great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Travis, Winfield

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ease of check in and check out was very convenient. Maybe an extra TP roll and actual body wash would be really nice. Hope to see the pool open for possible future stays next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The WIZARD OF OZ room is amazing!!! 💚
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to access and close to everything. I would just say it needed some curtains (because the lights at night were bright) and a coffee maker. Other than that it was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good themed stay.

Good stay. Bare minimum amenities but great overall atmosphere. Love the OZ suite overall design. Complimentary toiletries could be improved. None were provided other than 2 tiny bars of hand soap. Still a family favorite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Carpet was stained but under newer ownership and I believe they are trying to improve it
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Chauncey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only complaint with our numerous stays is that the showers are Luke warm at best, water is never hot…..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was overall great, it just smelled like cigarettes in a no smoking room, there were random clothes under the bed and the soap looked funky but overall beds were comfy, bathroom was nice and functions of sink and microwave were good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022